Category Archives: Books
Evolution and Decadence
Not all evolutions are the same. “Homo” is a genus of great ape (family hominidae) that we’re a part of. This genus, that’s produced several species, began its evolution in Africa about 2.5 million years ago. But our species, the … Continue reading
Ekphrastic: Lawrence & Jayne
The 1950s was a period of cultural evolution and modification. The Second World War had modified many beliefs related to the meaning of life. And for many, life became exceeding existential. Lawrence Ferlinghetti (1919-2021), poet, publisher, and activist, was born … Continue reading
Duello
Love is for the colorblind and childhood is our lifelong shadow. Sometimes it’s a friend, sometimes it’s a foe. One hot summer afternoon, in The Secret Life of Bees, two girls are in the yard playing with the water’s sprinkler. … Continue reading
For those who die twice
It was a fabulous October morning and I was quite happy, for once, to run errands. I went to the bookstore just to buy a notebook and a pen but wound up buying a couple of “vacation from myself” books … Continue reading



